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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE ZOO
Head to Zoo Atlanta for inspiring animal education and new ways to play with their upcoming programs.
Wild Encounter: Goat Painting Experience
July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 3:15 p.m.
See how the talented “VanGoat” creates unforgettable paintings. $75 per group of up to four people.
Rise and Dine with the Animals
July 8, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before joining the elephants as they greet their day and learning about how they’re cared for. $60; ages 2 and younger, free.
Twilight Trek
July 8 and 14, 6:30-9 p.m.
At this after-hours tour, learn about the ways accredited zoos help animals survive and thrive, and discover how you can become a conservation hero. $25; ages 3 and younger, free.
Grossology Day
July 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Explore the purpose of animal behaviors that many think of as gross, but that help animals to survive and fulfill their roles in the ecosystem with activity stations, a scavenger hunt, a themed storybook reading and more. $28.45; ages 3-11, $22; ages 2 and younger, free.
Twilight Tots
July 22, 4:30-6 p.m.
Little ones will get to explore the zoo with a mini tour, songs, animal stories and dancing like an animal. $24; additional child, $5.
Wild World Weekend n Zoo Atlanta: 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-624-9453. zooatlanta.org
July 29-30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Experience the dynamic cultures and rich biodiversity around the world with special entertainment and family activities. $28.45; ages 3-11, $22.95; ages 2 and younger, free.